Pakistan’s foreign exchange position records a modest weekly increase, with total liquid reserves reaching $22.50 billion.
Pakistan’s foreign exchange position improved slightly during the week ended August 7, 2026, as reserves held by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) increased by $14 million, according to the latest data released by the central bank.
SBP-held reserves reached $17.057 billion as of August 7, compared with $17.043 billion recorded during the previous week. The latest increase reflects a modest strengthening in the central bank’s foreign exchange holdings.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves stood at $22.498 billion during the week under review, up from $22.484 billion a week earlier. The overall reserves include holdings maintained by both the central bank and commercial banks.
Commercial banks held foreign exchange reserves of $5.441 billion as of August 7. Their holdings accounted for the remaining portion of the country’s total liquid reserves after the SBP’s share.
The latest figures show that the SBP continues to maintain the largest portion of Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves. The central bank’s holdings represent the country’s primary foreign exchange buffer and play an important role in meeting external payment requirements and supporting financial stability.
The $14 million weekly increase comes as Pakistan continues efforts to improve its external position and strengthen its foreign exchange buffers. Reserve levels remain closely watched by investors, businesses and policymakers because they provide an indication of the country’s capacity to manage international payments.
Although the weekly increase was relatively small, the rise in SBP reserves keeps the overall foreign exchange position on a slightly stronger footing. Total liquid reserves above the $22 billion mark also provide a broader measure of the country’s available foreign exchange resources.
The latest SBP data will remain important for assessing Pakistan’s external account position in the coming weeks, particularly as policymakers focus on maintaining adequate foreign exchange liquidity and building stronger reserve buffers.
Overall, SBP reserves increased by $14 million to $17.057 billion in the week ended August 7, while Pakistan’s total liquid foreign exchange reserves reached $22.498 billion.